Humans have been creating art for a long time and as such art mediums have naturally influenced each other for a long time as well. As we move into studying what is often thought of as more modern art, this project will serve as a stepping stone between classical and modern art. This project will […]
Discipline: Art
“Moctezuma’s headdress symbolizes the intricate artistry and cultural significance of Aztec civilization, reflecting the intersection of power, religion, and identity in Pre-Columbian art.”“Moctezuma’s headdress symbolizes the intricate artistry and cultural significance of Aztec civilization, reflecting the intersection of power, religion, and identity in Pre-Columbian art.”
Each student will submit a list of 5 scholarly sources for your topic, presented in Chicago Style. 3 of your sources must be books. Wikipedia and blogs are not acceptable sources. At the end of your list, you will include a minimum of two art images that will be the subject of your exploration in your paper, complete with […]
Readings to Contextualize Cultures (and our own while we’re at it): The Classical World Through the MedievalReadings to Contextualize Cultures (and our own while we’re at it): The Classical World Through the Medieval
In a cohesive academic essay, choose one of the following ancient works of literature (poetry, mythology, religious texts) to read and respond to. Some elements may sound very familiar; some elements will be very strange. Most of these works are fragmentary (some parts are missing), so doing additional research (like a Wikipedia search) is crucial […]
From the Renaissance to the Enlightenment: The Evolution of Reflection of Socio-Political ChangeFrom the Renaissance to the Enlightenment: The Evolution of Reflection of Socio-Political Change
Objective: This midterm essay will require you to explore the materials covered in the first part of this semester, and write on the art from the Renaissance through the Enlightenment. Focusing on how these changes reflected and influenced the broader socio-political and cultural shifts of the period. You will analyze key art movements, trends, and […]
Technological innovation in the art world and evaluate the current and future impactTechnological innovation in the art world and evaluate the current and future impact
Consider at least two different avenues for technological innovation in the art world and evaluate the current and future impact of each. You may want to consider one or more of the following questions to aid your research and response: What kind of technologies have commercial and/or public art world institutions used to facilitated innovation? Are […]
Should the art industry use technology given concerns about creativity and originality?Should the art industry use technology given concerns about creativity and originality?
Introduction – Approximately 100-150 words Provide Context Make reference to the research question Explain the significance of this topic. Why does it matter? Thesis with 3 sub claims that answers the research question. What will your reader learn about? Sub claim 1 Sub claim 2 Sub claim 3 Body Paragraph 1 (Claim 1) – […]
Analyzing Christina Quarles: The Intersection of Form, Identity, and AbstractionAnalyzing Christina Quarles: The Intersection of Form, Identity, and Abstraction
I’d like you to apply key vocabulary from your readings so far to critically analyze Christina Quarles’ artistic approach, exploring how she uses form, line, color, and space to convey complex ideas about the human body and identity. Instructions: Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/gdxB52–cZo While watching, please pay attention to how she discusses her creative process […]
choose any time period we are interested in and discuss 3 artworks related to it. Historical Events People/Culture Art Principles Used Materials Used Famous Artists of the Time (If Identified)choose any time period we are interested in and discuss 3 artworks related to it. Historical Events People/Culture Art Principles Used Materials Used Famous Artists of the Time (If Identified)
Once you have at least five to seven (5-7) solid resources besides your textbook, begin to: Provide historical and cultural background information for your selected time period. Critically analyze and interpret works of art in terms of form and content for your time period. (Spend time looking at all kinds of art from this period.) […]
choose four (4) of the six (6) Wonders of the Ancient World (excluding the Great Pyramid of Egypt which we covered in class) and report on them in a formal research paper. Be as thorough as possible.choose four (4) of the six (6) Wonders of the Ancient World (excluding the Great Pyramid of Egypt which we covered in class) and report on them in a formal research paper. Be as thorough as possible.
you will choose four (4) of the six (6) Wonders of the Ancient World (excluding the Great Pyramid of Egypt which we covered in class) and report on them in a formal research paper. Be as thorough as possible. When conducting your research and writing your paper, you should answer the following questions in as […]
Reading Ancient Writings to Contextualize Ancient Cultures (and our own while we’re at it): The Ancient Near East and Ancient EgyptReading Ancient Writings to Contextualize Ancient Cultures (and our own while we’re at it): The Ancient Near East and Ancient Egypt
We can gain insight into the artwork of a culture by better understanding the stories they tell. Additionally, we can understand a work of art by understanding its iconography. To understand iconography allow us to ‘read’ an artwork. Look for characters found in these stories which connect to the images and objects from our class […]